Engage Somalia

Our Services

Navigate Somalia's Frontier Market with Confidence

We help international mining and exploration companies enter Somalia with compliance, local credibility, and strategic precision.

Somalia remains one of the world's last underexplored gold regions. Our advisory bridges the gap between global capital and local opportunity.

For Gold & Mineral Exploration Firms

Tailored advisory for companies exploring Somalia's untapped mineral wealth

01

Market Entry & Feasibility Study

For companies assessing Somalia's potential before committing capital.

  • Desk review of available geology, artisanal mining data, and historical reports
  • Regulatory mapping (federal vs. regional licensing – including Somaliland)
  • Security & logistics assessment for target regions (e.g., Puntland, Galmudug)
  • Identification of vetted local joint-venture partners
  • High-level financial modeling (exploration camp CAPEX/OPEX)
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Typical Engagement

8 weeks

Pricing

$75,000 – $150,000 fixed fee

02

Full Licensing & Government Affairs Support

For firms ready to apply for exploration or mining licenses.

  • End-to-end preparation of license applications (Ministry of Minerals, regional authorities)
  • Liaison with federal and regional governments
  • Translation, notarization, and legal compliance documentation
  • Facilitation of community agreements & local content plans
  • Ongoing political risk monitoring and security updates
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Typical Engagement

6–12 months

Pricing

Retainer from $15,000/month | Success fee $100,000 – $250,000

03

Strategic Partnership & Project Management

For companies that want on-ground execution without building local infrastructure from scratch.

  • Full project management of exploration or early-development phases
  • Secure land access, permits, and security coordination
  • Hire and manage local staff, logistics, and community relations
  • ESG reporting and compliance with international standards
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Typical Engagement

Ongoing

Pricing

Fixed-fee, carried interest, or NSR royalty arrangements

04

Rapid Assessment Workshop — "Somalia in a Day"

For investment committees or multiple companies needing a fast, expert briefing.

  • Half-day virtual or in-person session (Dubai / Nairobi / Washington D.C.)
  • Covers: legal landscape, security protocols, known gold occurrences, entity registration
  • Tailored Q&A with our Somalia-based team
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Typical Engagement

Half-day

Pricing

$5,000 per company | Group rates available

Ideal for mining finance forums, investor groups, or board education

Premium Tier

Only Engage Somalia Can Offer This

Direct Access to a Former Prime Minister

For institutional investors who need decisions, not delays. These services are not available from any other firm.

Prime Minister's Roundtable

Private, off‑the‑record briefing with H.E. Abdiweli Gaas and a sitting Somali minister (virtual or in Dubai/Washington). Limited to 10 companies.

Fee

$25,000 per session per company

Expedited License Guarantee

We secure your exploration/mining license within 90 days — or half our fee is refunded. Includes direct minister‑level follow‑up by our Managing Director.

Fee

$350,000 + $150,000 success fee

Sovereign Advisory Retainer

Monthly strategic counsel from H.E. Gaas, quarterly in‑person briefings, real‑time policy alerts, and on‑call ministry introductions.

Fee

$100,000 / month (annual contract)

Investor Delegation Hosting

A 3‑day, high‑level visit to Mogadishu or Garowe with meetings scheduled with the President, Minister of Petroleum, and Minister of Finance — hosted by our Managing Director.

Fee

$150,000 per delegation (up to 5 executives)

Beyond Mining

Additional Advisory Services

Also available for oil & gas, agribusiness, renewable energy, and infrastructure investors.

Regulatory & Compliance Audits

Ensure your activities meet Somali and international laws.

Local Partner Due Diligence

Background checks and capability assessments.

Security Risk Management

Route planning, site assessments, and crisis response protocols.

PPP Structuring

For infrastructure or energy projects with government involvement.

Ready to Explore Somalia's Potential?

Whether you're evaluating a first entry or scaling existing operations, our team is ready to move at your pace.

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